Award Private Jess Larochelle' the Victoria Cross!
Private Jess Larochelle's actions at Pashmul on October 14, 2006, represent the very highest standard of courage in the face of the enemy. His story isn't about glorifying war—it's about honouring selfless sacrifice and ensuring extraordinary bravery is recognized when history calls for it.
Bob McTaggart edited with AI
7/21/20261 min read
There are moments in a nation's history when doing the right thing is also about defining who we are.
I served. I was fortunate enough to serve alongside real heroes. One of them was the kind of man whose courage deserves to be remembered by every Canadian.
Private Jess Larochelle's actions at Pashmul on October 14, 2006, represent the very highest standard of courage in the face of the enemy. His story isn't about glorifying war—it's about honouring selfless sacrifice and ensuring extraordinary bravery is recognized when history calls for it.
I hope you'll take three minutes to watch this video and, if you believe as I do, help keep this conversation going.
It's time Canada did the right thing.
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